2011 Tacoma Dbl Cab long bed towing 19ft Bambi?

[mhommell]

My Tacoma is a V6 & 4x4. Buying a 2002 19 foot Bambi. The gvwr listed for the Tacoma is 5,450. My vehicle also has a longer wheel base with the full double cab and longer bed. I believe the Bambi has a dry weight of 3,500 and a gvwr of 4,500. Will my Tacoma provide ample Driving stability and towing capacity??

Please help as I value the knowledge of an experienced airstream camper. This is new to me so details are much appreciated.

[Globie64]

WE have a Tundra extra cab with the same V6, and it's adequate for towing our 3200# Globetrotter (loaded) Judging by what I read on the Forum, it wouldn't be adequate for a lot of other members here, but I didn't want to have a V8 to feed all the rest of the time when we're not towing.

[moosetags]

Welcome to the Forums. We're glad to have you with us.

Hook-up and give it a try it.

[Ahab]

It will do fine. Welcome!

[dkottum]

Three things have made our 2006 Tundra a stable and adequate towing platform. Same things would apply to the Tacoma.

A properly set up weight distribution/sway control hitch.

Ditch the P rated Tacoma tires for XL (extra load) tires. A huge improvement in stability. Call Can-Am Airstream in Canada for the proper size recommendation (very important).

Never use overdrive while towing.

doug k

[reo]

We have a 2007 Tacoma V6, automatic, 4 door with the six foot bed and pull 2008, 19ft. Bambi. It a great combination. We've extensive east coast travel from Florida to Maine. Sometimes it's necessary to down shift in the mountains and on steep grades but overall a good choice for us.

[mhommell]

Very helpful info & definitely a confidence booster. My biggest concern would be to reduce the swaying to ensure a comfortable & safe ride. Especially for my wife.

[mhommell]

Very helpful REO, especially since we are comparing apples to apples!

[CanoeStream]

I once would have never thought so, but we got some solid reviews from Tacoma owners a while back -- including those who live in mountain states.

http://www.airforums.com/forums/f227...-tv-39008.html
http://www.airforums.com/forums/f463...oma-39527.html
http://www.airforums.com/forums/f463...oma-51160.html
http://www.airforums.com/forums/f463...one-58890.html
http://www.airforums.com/forums/f463...oud-63286.html
http://www.airforums.com/forums/f463...max-70090.html

See whaddimean? You're getting good advice in my opinion. I like moosetag's last line.

You do have weight distribution/sway control installed, right?

[mhommell]

Thank you canoestream. The links were very helpful.

[perryg114]

Ok what is the diff between Tocoma and Tundra?

Perry

[TouringDan]

Perry

Tacoma is a midsize truck based on the 4 Runner. The Tundra is a real full size truck, just as huge as the other ones (the big 3). I love my Tundra; the biggest problem is the size when not towing.

mhommell

I think your Tacoma will do fine. If it is not adequate in your mind, then go to the Tundra with the 5.7L and 6 speed trans.

Dan